Creative Writing: English Language Arts: Improve Grammar & Spelling

In this creative writing class, learners will explore their imagination and improve their grammar and spelling. Through fun activities, they’ll engage in storytelling, develop characters, and create compelling plots, all while building essential writing skills.
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Week of July 8 - Photo Inspiration
Week of July 15 - Write a story set in a world where everyone wears masks to hide their true identities
Week of July 22 - Create a character who can manipulate dreams.
Week of July 29 - Imagine being able to swap bodies with someone else for a day. What would you do?

Week of August 5 -  Imagine being able to teleport anywhere in the world. Where would you go first?
Week of August 12 - Describe a magical creature that has never been seen before.
Week of August 19 - Write a story about a group of friends who discover a hidden treasure map.	
Week of August 26 - What does it mean to imagine? Write a poem about imagination

Week of September 2 - OFF
Week of September 9 - Write a dialogue between two characters stuck in an elevator during a blackout.
Week of September 16 - Create a character who can hear the thoughts of others.
Week of September 23 - Describe a mysterious abandoned house and the secrets it holds.
Week of September 30 - Write a story set in a post-apocalyptic world where society has collapsed.

Week of October 7 - Imagine living in a world where everyone has a unique superpower, except for you.
Week of October 14 - Write a poem about the beauty of nature.
Week of October 21 - Create a character who can control the elements (fire, water, air, earth).
Week of October 28 - There will be no class for my Thursday section/(Monday classes will meet) Explore the idea of a society where books are forbidden.

Week of November 4 - Write a letter to a historical figure, expressing your thoughts on their impact on the world.
Week of November 11 - Imagine being able to talk to plants. What would they say?
Week of November 18 - Write a story set in a world where dreams become reality.
Week of November 25 (Mon/Tues classes will meet) Thursday/Friday classes will have off - Describe a magical potion and its effects on the person who drinks it.

Week of December 2 - Create a character who discovers they have the ability to time-travel through dreams.
Week of December 9 - Write a poem inspired by a favorite song lyric.
Week of December 16 - Imagine being stranded on a deserted island. What would you do to survive?
Week of December 23 - OFF
Week of December 30 - OFF

Week of January 6 - Explore the concept of parallel universes in a short story.
Week of January 13 - Write a letter to your future self.
Week of January 20 - Describe a day in the life of a character who can fly.
Week of January 27 - Write a story about a journey to a mythical land.

Week of February 3 - Create a character who can communicate with animals.
Week of February 10 - Imagine living in a world without technology. How would it affect daily life?
Week of February 17 - Write a poem about the changing seasons.
Week of February 24 - Explore a day in the life of a time traveler.

Week of March 3 - Write a story set in a world where everyone has a unique magical ability.
Week of March 10 - Describe a futuristic society where emotions are forbidden.
Week of March 17 - OFF
Week of March 24 - Write a dialogue between two people meeting for the first time in a strange location.
Week of March 31 - Create a character who discovers a hidden world within their own home.

Week of April 7 - Imagine waking up one morning with a superpower. Describe your day.
Week of April 14 (week day classes will meet, Sat/Sun classes off) - You stumble upon an old, mysterious object hidden in your attic. What is it?

Week of April 21 - You discover a stack of old letters hidden in the back of a drawer. Each letter is addressed to a different person and contains a secret. Choose one letter and write the story behind it, revealing the secrets it holds.

Week of April 28 - Write a surreal story set in a dreamscape where anything is possible. Explore the boundaries of reality and imagination as your characters navigate through strange landscapes and encounter bizarre creatures.

Week of May 5 - Explore the concept of memory through the eyes of a character who has the ability to enter and manipulate memories. What happens when they stumble upon a memory they were never meant to see?

Week of May 12 - Learners choice
Week of May 19 - Learners choice
Week of May 26 - Learners choice

Week of June 2- Learners choice
Week of June 9 - Learners choice
Week of June 16 - Learners choice
Week of June 23 - Learners choice

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Our classrooms are guided by a Socratic teaching approach, fostering critical thinking and encouraging open dialogue among learners. By facilitating engaging discussions and posing thought-provoking questions, students are able to explore topics more deeply and gain a comprehensive understanding of the material. 

Our class size does not exceed 5 learners. This allows for more personalized attention from the educator, ensuring that each learner's individual needs and learning styles are met. With a smaller group size, there is also more opportunity for discussion and collaboration among classmates, creating a supportive and engaging learning environment. Additionally, students may feel more comfortable and confident participating in discussions and activities in a smaller group setting.

We incorporate a mix of traditional methods such as videos and limited PowerPoint presentations to accommodate various learning styles as well. 

In addition, we gamify our lessons, as much as possible, to make learning fun and interactive for students. By adding elements of games and competition, we are able to keep learners engaged and motivated to participate in their education.

We also incorporate hands-on projects, wherever possible, to provide students with real-world application of their learning. Through these projects, students are able to apply their knowledge in practical ways and further enhance their understanding of the subject matter.

By designing this type of diverse classroom environment, utilizing multiple teaching methods, we effectively address the diverse learning styles of our learners.
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Please note we value mental health, family and want to prevent teacher burnout. With that said, we will take company wide breaks where there will not be any classes taught nor will we be answering emails. 

Please expect a delay in response the following dates, we will be returning all emails the day or two after we return: 

2024:

March 11-March 17 (Spring Break)
March 30-31 (Easter)
September 2 - September 8 (Summer Break)

November 27-29 (Thanksgiving Break)
December 23 - December 31  (Winter Break)

2025
January 1 - Jan 5 (Winter Break)
March 17 - March 23 (Spring Break)
April 19 - April 20 (Easter Break)
August 25-31st (Summer Break)

If you are enrolled, you will not be charged!

We will be returning all emails the day or two after we return. 

In addition, teachers may need time off outside of these breaks as emergencies do happen. We always try our best to give ample notice when we can. You will never be charged for a day that we cancel classes.

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Refund Policy:

We strictly adhere to Outschool's refund/reschedule policy for all of our classes. This means that once a class has been paid for, there will be no deviation from Outschool's guidelines. We do not offer refunds or rescheduling outside of what Outschool allows. 

Camera Policy:

All students are required to keep their camera turned on during the entire class. The only exception is those that have been verified by Outschool and have the verification badge.  

Contact info:

In compliance with Outschool's policies, we do not accept friend or contact requests from current or former families on any social networking site (Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.). We also do not provide or ask for any personal information such as email address or phone numbers.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation with these policies.